October weather forecast
Cortland, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Cortland, Illinois, is a moderate autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.9°F (15.5°C) and an average low of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during October, decreasing from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C). In Cortland, in October, the average low-temperature is a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Cortland, in October, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.6 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Cortland, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.3 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cortland in October?

In Cortland, in October, the average high-temperature is 59.9°F (15.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C).

What are the least humid months?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cortland have in October?

In Cortland, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cortland have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Cortland is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Cortland, IL

Average temperature in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Cortland, IL

Average pressure in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Cortland, IL

Average wind speed in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Cortland, IL

Average humidity in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Cortland, IL

Average rainfall in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Cortland, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cortland, IL

Average snowfall in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cortland, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cortland, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cortland, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Cortland, IL

Average UV index in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Cortland, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Cortland, IL

Average visibility in October - Cortland, IL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).

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